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Valley Station

313-329 Lincoln StWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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Sunrise Valley

1033-1039 5th StWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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Cheapest Available West Des Moines Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in West Des Moines, IA is a Studio unit found at Lenox Properties in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood priced from $595. The View On Hickman in the Windsor Heights neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $650. Here is today’s list of the most affordable West Des Moines apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Lenox PropertiesDrake StudioStudio,1BA$595
The View On Hickman0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$650
The Pointe on 88thThe Wild Rose - Market2BR,1BA$682
Hampton House ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$699
The McCoy at 8035 Apartments - CliveReceive One Month Free Rent & Enjoy Real Deal ...Studio,1BA$705
Weston Park ApartmentsLaurel1BR,1BA$719
The Flats ApartmentsTawny1BR,1BA$727
Westpointe ApartmentsWashingtonStudio,1BA$738
Sherwood GlenLoxley II2BR,1BA$781
Sun Prairie & Vista Court9012S-VC_s-vc1Bedroom1Bath_4501BR,1BA$793

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Des Moines, IA

As of September 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Des Moines area is the $0.96 price per square foot Andover Model at Ashworth Pointe & Foxboro Townhomes in the in the Maplenol Heights neighborhood starting from $1,803. The second greatest value West Des Moines apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Townhomes Model at Maplewood Townhouses starting at $1,255 with a $0.96 price per square foot in the The Pinnacle neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Des Moines apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Ashworth Pointe & Foxboro TownhomesAndover3BR,2.5BA$0.96
Maplewood Townhouses2 Bedroom 2 Bath Townhomes2BR,2BA$0.96
Element at Valley WestC6 Classic2BR,2BA$1.00
Lakeview2 Bedroom 1 Bath Balcony Courtyard2BR,1BA$0.97
West Glen ApartmentsB1 Classic2BR,1.5BA$0.89
Urban Green Apartments - Urbandale2 BD Oak2BR,1BA$0.99
Clover HillsB1 Classic2BR,1.5BA$0.99
Colonial VillagePlymouth1BR,1BA$0.97
Sherwood GlenLoxley II2BR,1BA$0.94
Nelson LLC2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.03

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West Des Moines Overview

West Des Moines is a nice, medium-sized town with just over 56,000 residents. Over the years, it has made many of the top 100 lists of best places to live as well as one of the best Hipster Cities in 2014 and 2015. This is due to the combination of great people, great food, and a fun loving and inclusive culture.

Why live in West Des Moines, IA?

There are a lot of things that make West Des Moines a special place to live, and that starts with Historic Valley Junction. It is a great place to shop or relax at a cafe. Add to that, the variety of companies to work for, and you've got a great town for both business and fun. Situated in the Raccoon River valley, the area provides lots of places to enjoy the great outdoors especially in the summer months. Finally, you won't find nicer or more welcoming people anywhere. You will feel as if you are part of the community as soon as you start looking for apartments in West Des Moines.

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Getting Around West Des Moines, IA

Walk Score®

44 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

42 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Des Moines Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in West Des Moines?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in West Des Moines is at Lenox Properties listed at $595.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Des Moines Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Des Moines Apartment is $719 at Weston Park Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Des Moines Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Des Moines is starting from $682 at The Pointe on 88th.

What is the most affordable West Des Moines Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap West Des Moines Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Sun Prairie & Vista Court and starts from $1,010.

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